... in nitrate leached into groundwater and this is what we, along with the agricultural community, are doing. For example, Plan Change 2 to the Canterbury Land and Water Regional Plan in 2018 requires...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/orari-temuka-opihi-pareroa/response-to-recent-greenpeace-nitrate-testing-in-ashburtonThe crop residue burning season is nearly finished in Waitaha/Canterbury. If you still have crop stubble to burn over the next few weeks, here are some reminders on how to burn safely and responsibly
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/new-news-events-and-stories-page-3As water flows across the Waitaha Canterbury Plains and through urban environments, some of the water is abstracted and used for drinking water, primary production, industry and other purposes
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/plans-strategies-and-bylaws/what-we-know/water-story/plains-and-urban-areasOn-farm composting is increasingly being adopted as a practical solution – particularly for managing animal mortalities – and offers both operational and environmental benefits. Learn about
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/managing-on-farm-compostA new report gives us the best understanding yet of how much water is being used in Waitaha Canterbury. The Canterbury Region Consumptive Water Abstraction Report (PDF file, 6.42MB) covers
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/new-report-reveals-extent-of-water-abstraction-in-canterburyOffal pits, also known as dead holes, are commonly used on farms to dispose of animal remains. While practical, they pose environmental and biosecurity risks.
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/farmers-hub/farming-practices/managing-your-offal-pitOur Ashburton team has recently welcomed four new staff members. They’ll all be spending time in the community, so if you see them, say hi! They are just some of the mid and South Canterbury team we...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/ashburton/introducing-out-new-ashburton-crew